What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Scholastic Bowl Coach position at Rappahannock County High School?
Job Title: Scholastic Bowl Assistant Coach
Supervisor: Principal & Athletic Director
Job Classification: Exempt
Job Summary
Rappahannock County High School is seeking a Scholastic Bowl Coach to lead its academic competition team. The coach will organize practices, mentor students in a wide range of academic content areas, and guide the team through VHSL district, regional, and (if qualified) state Scholastic Bowl competition. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to support high-achieving students and promote a culture of academic excellence at RCHS.
Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties
- Plan and lead regular practice sessions covering literature, science, mathematics, history, geography, fine arts, current events, and general knowledge
- Run buzzer-system drills and mock matches to prepare students for competitive play
- Register the team for VHSL district and regional Scholastic Bowl competitions, and state competition if the team qualifies
- Supervise students at all practices, matches, and travel, ensuring their safety and appropriate conduct
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding schedules, expectations, and eligibility
- Monitor and document student academic eligibility per RCPS and VHSL requirements
- Maintain team records, match statistics, and inventory of equipment (buzzer systems, supplies, etc.)
- Model good sportsmanship and uphold RCHS/RCPS standards of conduct
- Attend required coaches’ meetings, trainings, and complete VHSL/VDOE-mandated certifications
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, skills and/or Abilities Required)
Some experience as a coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level is preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students. High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong general knowledge base across core academic subjects
Preferred:
- Prior experience participating or coaching Scholastic Bowl, Quiz Bowl, or Academic Team
- Experience working with high-school-age students
- Familiarity with VHSL Scholastic Bowl rules and format
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time, exhibit manual desterity to use a telephone, see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; possess the physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and have the ability to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school environment, either indoors or outdoors. Duties may be performed away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Rappahannock County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, marital status, age or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA regulations. RCPS provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For inquiries please contact Carol Johnson, Assistant Superintendent, Rappahannock County Public Schools, at 6 School House Road, Washington, Virginia 22747, (540-227-0023).